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Rebuilding lives after stroke
The UK’s leading charity dedicated to stroke is seeking a Research Trustee.
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Introduction
We are seeking a recognised stroke research leader, with a strong track record and demonstrable research impact in community focussed rehabilitation to act as our research Trustee.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
Stroke is the fourth single largest cause of death and one of the biggest causes of adult disability in the UK. There are over 1.2 million stroke survivors in the UK, with 100,000 strokes happening each year. That’s one stroke every five minutes.
Though more people are surviving stroke than a decade ago, far too many stroke survivors say they feel abandoned when they leave hospital, and are left to manage recovery and rehabilitation on their own.
We provide life-changing support to over 50,000 stroke survivors and their families each year. Rebuilding lives after stroke is a team effort. It takes the determination of stroke survivors and carers, the generosity of supporters and the dedication of the healthcare and research communities.
This is an exciting time as we have just launched a new strategic vision.
We are seeking a recognised stroke research leader, with a strong track record and demonstrable research impact in community focussed rehabilitation to act as our research Trustee. You will join a strong Council (Board) of Trustees and Executive Leadership Team in bringing wise insights and strategic guidance as we enter a new and exciting period of growth.
Stroke Association
The Stroke Association is the second largest stroke support organisation in the world and the UK’s leading charity dedicated to stroke.
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Roles and Responsibilities Trustees are expected to perform a number of roles and responsibilities as part of their service to the Stroke Association. The list below sets out the main accountabilities, although it should not be treated as an exhaustive list, as situations may arise in which trustees are called upon to perform additional tasks.
Trustee Roles • Advocate for lifelong support for people affected by stroke.
• Be an ambassador and advocate for the Stroke Association and its activities including its life after stroke services and support, research, policy and campaigning, and fundraising.
• Participate in developing, supporting and reviewing our strategy, vision and goals.
• Ensure that the Stroke Association:
• Carries out its purposes for public benefit.
• Complies with its Articles of Association and the law.
• Acts in the best interests of its charitable purposes and its beneficiaries.
• Manages its resources responsibly.
• Participate fully in Board Meetings, and decision-making processes, supporting the Chair, fellow Board members and the work of Committees.
• Provide support to the CEO and staff as appropriate.
• Work with other Trustees to ensure that as a charity we strive to achieve best practice.
• Demonstrate the behaviours set out in - and abide by - the Trustee Code of Conduct at all times.
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Trustee Responsibilities
• Fulfil the statutory duties of trustees as set out by the Charity Commission, ensuring the charity complies with its Articles of Association and all applicable legislation and regulations.
• Ensure proper administration of the charity.
• Take ultimate responsibility for everything the charity does.
• Act reasonably, prudently and collectively in dealing with the Stroke Association’s affairs and safeguarding its assets and reputation.
• Ensure the charity pursues its objects as defined in its Articles of Association and applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of those objects.
• Further the charity’s purposes for public benefit.
• Exercise independent judgement and act solely in the best interest of the charity.
• Avoid or manage conflicts of interest.
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Research-active Trustee’s Role Profile • Advocate externally for stroke research across the pathway and for the
development of evidence based interventions and support. Champion multi-and inter-disciplinary working to deliver greater impact and benefit for people affected by stroke.
• Work in collaboration and advocate with external colleagues and funding bodies to leverage more funding overall into stroke research.
• Champion our system impact measures and Stroke Association goals with research, professional practice and academic communities.
• Act as an ambassador and advocate for the Stroke Association’s activities and its value to relevant research, health professional and clinical communities.
• Champion the importance of stroke research in the Stroke Association’s charitable objectives, and the criticality of it in delivering our vision.
• Provide support and challenge, and be a sounding board for the implementation, ongoing development, review and evaluation of our research strategy and programmes.
• Work in collaboration with the leadership team to ensure evidence based stroke services are delivered on behalf of the Stroke Association.
• Help develop and support a stroke research and policy advisory forum or network for the charity.
When appropriate, and when available:
• Act as a Trustee sponsor for key research and policy engagement events.
• Offer specialist research and/or clinical advice and insight to the Board and executive leadership on e.g. policies, position statements, publications, fundraising applications etc.
• Provide advice to formal governance committees when a clinical or research evidenced based Trustee perspective is sought to inform decisions.
• Chair or be a member of relevant Stroke Association research appointment panels.
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The most effective Boards are ones which benefit from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets. While we are looking for a trustee with specific skills we are also looking for people with a broad experience of life.
We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experience. We are keen to broaden the average age and the ethnic and socio-economic diversity of the Council.
All members of the Stroke Association Board will require:
• Empathy with and commitment to the Stroke Association’s vision, mission, aims, objectives and values, and to promoting the interests of people affected by stroke.
• A commitment to seeking to work effectively and harmoniously with other Trustees, the Executive Leadership Team and staff and volunteers.
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team while contributing an independent perspective.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to both empower and challenge constructively and supportively.
• Strategic vision and good judgement.
• An ability and willingness to represent the Stroke Association in an ambassadorial capacity.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, liabilities and responsibilities of trustees.
• A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Person specification
Stroke Association
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In addition, the following characteristics, knowledge and experiences are specific for the role of Research-active Trustee:
• Nationally and internationally recognised stroke research leader, with a strong track record and demonstrable research impact in community focussed rehabilitation.
• Experienced as a stroke research supervisor and mentor, and in working in national and international collaborative relationships.
• Experienced in strategic influencing within the university research institution, with other academic and funding bodies, and with strong networks across UK and international colleagues and stroke research bodies.
• Authoritative and trusted member or Chair of top level research funding panels, with good understanding of the research system and networks.
Some people are disqualified by law from acting as a trustee including anyone who:
• Has an unspent conviction for an offence involving deception or dishonesty.
• Is an undischarged bankrupt.
• Has been removed from trusteeship of a charity by the Courts of the Charity Commission for misconduct or mismanagement.
• Has been disqualified from being a company director under the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986.
Eligibility
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Terms of appointment remuneration
The role of trustee is not accompanied by any financial remuneration. However, we willingly cover trustee expenses within the Stroke Association’s expenses policy.
Term and time commitment Trustees are asked to serve a three-year term, and are eligible for re-appointment for a further two additional terms (max of 9 years).
It is expected that the Trustee role will require a commitment of approximately 20 days over a year.
Relationship to other committees Trustees sit on the Board and may be appointed to one or more committees of the Board.
Term • Trustees are appointed for a term of three years.
• A trustee may serve a maximum of three terms.
• Trustees are appraised during their term and reappointment is not automatic.
Reporting to: Chair of Council. Stroke Association is registered as a charity and a company limited by guarantee. Every trustee is also a director of the company and has legal responsibilities and potential liabilities in that capacity.
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How to apply If you wish to discuss your interest in this appointment please contact
Hilary Reynolds, Executive Director, Strategy and Research [email protected]
or
Marion Walker, Trustee [email protected]
The closing date for applications is Friday 17 July 2019. Please send them to Leanne Day at our HR team [email protected]
Your application should comprise: • A covering note of no more than two pages outlining your
motivation and relevant experience for the role.
• A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, and a full employment history showing your more significant research positions, responsibilities held and relevant achievements.
• Daytime, evening and/or mobile phone numbers (to be used with discretion).
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews in London in late July or early August.
Thank you for your interest in our work supporting people to rebuild their lives after stroke.
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Rebuilding lives after stroke
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. Life changes instantly and recovery is tough. But the brain can adapt. Our specialist support, research and campaigning are only possible with the courage and determination of the stroke community. With more donations and support from you, we can rebuild even more lives.
Donate or find out more at stroke.org.uk.
© Stroke Association 2019 The Stroke Association is registered as a charity in England and Wales (No 211015) and in Scotland (SC037789). Also registered in Isle of Man (No 945) and Jersey (NPO 369) and Northern Ireland. JN
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